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Plastic has become a mainstay of our daily lives. Ever since synthetic plastic was first invented in the early 20th century and became widely used after World War II, many of us don’t give it a second ...

Everyone has one: a scratched, stained plastic cutting board that’s been in your kitchen for years. Despite how many times you say to yourself, “I should get a new one,” you never do — but now, it’s ...

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Studies show that plastic cutting boards release microplastics into food. Though research has not yet proven that this consumption is hazardous to your health, it’s smart to minimize potential ...

The debate between wood and plastic cutting boards has been simmering for years, and with Food Safety Education Month upon us, it's the perfect time to revisit the question. Is wood truly better for ...